Lan Vuong Tourist Area

Introduction

Lan Vuong Tourist Area (Khu du lịch Lan Vương) is an experiential tourism destination in An Hoi Ward, Vinh Long. Located about 3 km from the former Ben Tre city center, the site combines gardens, canals, coconut trees, local food, outdoor activities, and traditional rural games. Rather than focusing on a single landmark, Lan Vuong is designed as a place where families, friends, and groups can experience several elements of Mekong Delta countryside life in one visit.

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Overview

• Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dgWp2pejip7Y12oZ7
• Address: An Hoi Ward, Vinh Long
• Province: Vinh Long
• Category: Eco-tourism Area, Rural Experience, Recreation Area
• Opening Hours: 07:00-18:00
• Entrance Fee: Free entrance; individual activities and services may have separate charges.
• Visit Duration: 2-3 hours
• Best For: Families, groups, rural experiences, outdoor activities, local food

Pronunciation

Khu du lịch Lan Vương

Why Visit

• A concentrated rural experience: Lan Vuong brings gardens, canals, coconut trees, local food, and outdoor recreation together within one destination.
• Close to the urban center: Its location near the former Ben Tre city makes it practical for travellers who want a countryside experience without travelling deep into the delta.
• A destination built around participation: The attraction is more about taking part in rural activities than simply viewing scenery.
• A good introduction to the coconut country: The gardens and waterways reflect agricultural landscapes strongly associated with the former Ben Tre region.
• Suitable for groups: The combination of games, food, open space, and organized activities makes the site particularly suitable for families, friends, and group outings.

Things To Do

Explore the Garden

The grounds contain coconut gardens, fruit trees, ornamental plants, and vegetable areas. Walking through the garden provides a simple way to experience the cultivated landscape of the Mekong Delta.

Try Traditional Rural Games

Lan Vuong offers activities inspired by traditional countryside recreation, including balance challenges, crossing narrow bridges, and other games involving water and outdoor movement.

Row a Small Boat

Small waterways run through the grounds, allowing visitors to experience movement on the canals by local-style boats. The activity provides a closer view of the vegetation and water-based landscape.

Catch Fish

Fish-catching activities recreate part of the traditional rural experience of working with ponds and waterways. These activities are generally organized as recreational experiences rather than as ordinary fishing.

Enjoy Local Food

The tourist area provides Vietnamese food and dishes associated with southern rural cuisine. Meals can be combined with the outdoor activities, making food part of the overall countryside experience.

Nature and Landscape

Lan Vuong occupies a green landscape shaped by gardens, small canals, ponds, and agricultural vegetation. Coconut trees are particularly prominent, reflecting the agricultural identity of the former Ben Tre region.

The site also contains fruit trees such as green-skinned pomelo, star fruit, Java plum, and gooseberry, together with vegetable gardens. Small waterways bordered by vegetation run through parts of the grounds, while bridges connect different areas.

This combination gives Lan Vuong a landscape that is deliberately organized around the visual characteristics of the Mekong Delta countryside. It is not a wilderness area, but rather a managed rural environment where agriculture, water, recreation, and tourism operate together.

Culture and Rural Experience

Lan Vuong focuses on activities that introduce visitors to elements of traditional southern rural life. Games involving water, narrow bridges, rowing, and catching fish are presented as recreational experiences based on familiar activities from countryside communities.

The destination also reflects the changing role of agricultural landscapes in Mekong Delta tourism. Instead of replacing the garden environment with large-scale entertainment facilities, Lan Vuong uses gardens, canals, ponds, and coconut trees as the setting for its tourism activities.

Best Time To Visit

Lan Vuong can be visited throughout the year. Outdoor activities are more comfortable during the cooler parts of the day, particularly in the morning or later afternoon. Weather conditions should be considered when planning activities that involve water or muddy ground.

How To Get There

Lan Vuong is in Phu Nhuan, now part of An Hoi Ward in Vinh Long. It is about 3 km from the former Ben Tre city center and can be reached by motorbike, car, taxi, or organized tour. Its relatively short distance from the urban center makes it convenient for a half-day excursion.

Travel Tips

• Wear clothes and footwear that you do not mind getting wet or muddy if you plan to join outdoor games.
• Bring sun protection and insect repellent for time spent in the gardens.
• Check the cost of individual activities before joining them, as free entrance does not mean every activity is free.
• Allow extra time if travelling with children or a group because several activities may be combined during the visit.
• Respect the gardens, waterways, and local environment while taking part in activities.

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Conclusion

Lan Vuong Tourist Area offers a compact way to experience the recreational side of Mekong Delta countryside tourism. Its gardens, coconut trees, canals, rural games, and local food create an activity-focused experience that works particularly well for families and groups looking for an easy countryside excursion near the urban center.

Nearby attractions

(Distances shown are straight-line estimates, not actual travel distance.)

• Thoi Son Island - Canals, Orchards and River Life (about 17 km northwest)
• Dong Tam Snake Farm - Snakes, Science and Wildlife in the Mekong Delta (about 18 km northwest)
• Rach Gam Xoai Mut Historical Site - The 1785 Battle Between Tay Son and Siamese Forces (about 19 km northwest)
• Vo Van Kiet Memorial Site and Vung Linh Lake - History in Vung Liem (about 25 km southwest)
• Vam Ho Bird Sanctuary - Birdlife and Wetlands of Vinh Long (about 28 km east)
• Nguyen Dinh Chieu Memorial Site - Honoring a Poet, Teacher and Physician (about 28 km southeast)

• Vinh Long Travel Guide